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• Engineering Geodesy
• Satellite Geodesy
• Geodynamics
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Bernard Karol Kontny is a Polish geodesist and professor at the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences , specializing in engineering geodesy , satellite geodesy , and geodynamics . He has served as Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Geodesy since 2012 and previously held the Vice-Dean position (2005-2012). Education: M.Sc. in Engineering, Agricultural University in Wrocław (1982) Ph.D. in Technical Sciences (Geodesy and Cartography), University of Agriculture and Technology in Olsztyn (1991) Habilitation in Technical Sciences (Geodesy and Cartography), University of Agriculture and Technology in Olsztyn (2004) His research interests focus on geodetic monitoring of rock mass deformations , GPS-based geodynamics , and tectonic strain analysis . His work includes deformation studies in the Polish Sudetes, Fore-Sudetic Block, and Mediterranean regions, with applications to engineering safety and natural hazard assessment . Key scientific trends from his publications include GNSS time series analysis , wavelet-based noise modeling , seasonal signal estimation , and integration of permanent and campaign-based GPS measurements for regional velocity field modeling across Central Europe. Awards: Silver Cross of Merit (2006) Gold Cross of Merit (2023) Silver Badge, Association of Polish Surveyors (2006) 10 Rector's Awards (2 individual, 8 team) 2 organizational activity awards As an organizational leader , he developed geodetic infrastructure through projects like "ASG+" and contributed to the GEOSUD/SUDETEN network for cross-border geodynamic research. His work bridges geodetic precision with tectonic risk mitigation for engineering structures.

Claudia Martins AntunesView profile

Associate Professor

• Data Science
• Temporal Data Mining
• Association Rule Mining
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Claudia Martins Antunes is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Engineering, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa. Her work focuses on data mining, pattern discovery, and knowledge integration across diverse domains including healthcare, education, and bioacoustics. Primary Affiliation: Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa Academic Role: Associate Professor Research Interests: Claudia specializes in data mining methodologies that incorporate domain knowledge, with particular emphasis on temporal data analysis and structured pattern mining. Her research spans healthcare analytics, educational data modeling, and multi-dimensional pattern discovery. Temporal data mining Constraint-based pattern discovery Knowledge-driven data analysis Healthcare data repositories Publication Trends: Claudia's work demonstrates consistent innovation in pattern mining techniques applied to healthcare and educational contexts. Recent publications focus on blockchain data analysis, urban planning applications, and advanced feature engineering methods, while earlier works established foundations in student modeling and sequential pattern mining. Teaching Activities: She teaches courses in Programming for Data Science, Data Science fundamentals, and Computer Engineering, alongside supervision of integrative projects in Industrial Engineering and Management.

Rune Hylsberg JacobsenView profile

Professor

• Energy Systems
• Drone Technology
• Blockchain Applications
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Rune Hylsberg Jacobsen is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Aarhus University. His work bridges energy systems, drone technology, and blockchain applications, with a focus on smart grids, autonomous systems, and decentralized infrastructure. Research interests include: Security frameworks for prosumer-driven energy systems using blockchain mmWave and LEO satellite communication protocols Homomorphic encryption for smart meter privacy Cooperative drone swarm navigation and infrastructure inspection Earth observation via CubeSats for climate research His recent publications highlight advancements in: Zero trust security models for renewable energy certificates Transport protocol optimization in satellite networks AI-driven charging window scheduling for drone fleets Decentralized identity management in Web3 infrastructure Key projects include: DISCO-2: Student CubeSat for Arctic climate monitoring Drones4Safety: Safety-critical inspection systems VPP4SGR: Virtual Power Plant networks

Harald GjermundrodView profile

Professor

• Distributed Computing Systems
• Computer Security
• Cyber Security
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Harald Gjermundrod is a Professor of Computer Science in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Nicosia's School of Sciences and Engineering, where he has served since September 2008. Previously, he was a Post-Doctorate Associate (2006-2008) at the High-Performance Computing Systems Laboratory, University of Cyprus. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Washington State University (2006) MS in Computer Science, Washington State University (2001) BS in Computer Science, Washington State University (1999) Dipl.-Ing, Oslo Metropolitan University (1998) His research spans Distributed Computing Systems , Computer Security , Blockchain Technology , and Data Protection , with emphasis on practical implementations like GridStat middleware for power grids and privacyTracker for GDPR compliance. As co-director of the Informatics Security Laboratory, he leads research on active defense mechanisms and data protection frameworks. His 87+ publications since 2001 show evolving focus from grid computing (2006-2010) to blockchain applications (2016-present), with recent work emphasizing privacy engineering, secure e-voting, and AI-driven security analytics. Key trends include transitioning from infrastructure-focused research (GridStat, ICGrid) to policy-compliant systems (privacyTracker, HoneyCY). Scientific Recognition: Senior Member of ACM Eclipse Committer Status (Alumni) Chair of ACM Cyprus Chapter (2015-2018) He has secured funding from EU programs, US National Science Foundation, and National Institute of Technology, developing software products including GridStat (critical infrastructure middleware), ICGrid (medical data sharing), and ReProTool (Bologna Process compliance). His supervision has produced student-developed prototypes like NoteLocker and HoneyCY. Current projects include privacyTracker (GDPR compliance) and SmartTeV (blockchain voting). As co-director of the Informatics Security Laboratory, he oversees research on active defense systems, honeypot frameworks (HoneyCY), and verifiable data traceability, with applications in e-government and healthcare security.

Luigi PintacudaView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Urban Resilience
• Sustainable Urban Design
• GIS and Spatial Analysis
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Dr. Luigi Pintacuda serves as Head of Architecture and Design at the University of Hertfordshire's School of Creative Arts, where he leads the Architecture+ Research Group. A chartered architect (ARB RIBA) with over a decade of academic leadership experience, his work bridges urban-scale design, sustainable futures, and computational methodologies for resilient communities. His educational foundation includes: PhD in Architecture, IUAV - Istituto Universitario di Architettura di Venezia (2012) MArch+BA in Architecture, Università degli Studi di Palermo (2004) Pintacuda's research centers on urban resilience through design-driven approaches, specializing in GIS data integration, AI-assisted decision-making tools, and climate-adaptive regeneration of built environments. His work develops analytical frameworks for measuring community resilience while addressing Mediterranean urban contexts like Bucharest and Matera. Recent projects emphasize transformative pedagogy through summer schools that catalyze real-world urban interventions. Analysis of his 32+ research outputs reveals consistent focus on computational resilience measurement (50%), climate-adaptive urban tools (30%), and pedagogical innovation (20%). His 2023-2025 publications demonstrate accelerating integration of AI-driven platforms with traditional architectural practice, particularly in Italian urban contexts. As Principal Investigator, Pintacuda directs six major projects including Shaping Future Latina (2024-2025), Geraci Siculo: "Missione Futuro" (2024-2025), and PRISONERS OF ARCHITECTURE (2024). These initiatives feature: Summer school frameworks engaging Latinas communities Net-zero carbon assessment tools for urban areas Design workshops bridging museums and correctional facilities Collaborative partnerships with Italian city councils He leads the Architecture+ Research Group, fostering cross-disciplinary work on urban typology, resilient communities, and adaptive reuse strategies through international collaborations across Europe.

Stephen J. QuigleyView profile

Teaching Professor

• Digital Rhetoric
• Digital Literacy
• Basic Coding Education
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Stephen J. Quigley serves as a Teaching Professor in the Department of English at the University of Pittsburgh's Dietrich School of Arts & Sciences, where he teaches in the Digital Narrative and Interactive Design (DNID) Program. His academic affiliations include Homewood CEC, Pitt Cyber, Remake Learning, and the STEM Coding Lab. Quigley's research centers on digital rhetoric and basic coding education, with particular focus on craft theory applications in digital composition. His work bridges woodworking craftsmanship principles with digital pedagogy, emphasizing scaffolded learning approaches where technical skills inform theoretical development. Key projects include Open Fuego web tools for classroom coding integration and My Nature Study for environmental digital literacy. His publication portfolio demonstrates consistent contributions to digital humanities journals including Kairos , Reflections , and Computers and Composition Online . Recent work analyzes multimodal environmental education frameworks and digital archiving practices, showing strong interdisciplinary connections between rhetoric, computer science, and environmental studies. Quigley actively participates in educational technology initiatives, serving on the Senate Computing Committee and contributing to NSF-funded Computer Science for All (CSforALL) projects. His teaching portfolio spans technical communications, digital composing, usability studies, and project-based design courses that integrate writing with computational thinking.

Caterina BallettiView profile

Professor

• Geomatics
• Urban Ecology
• Cultural Heritage Conservation
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Prof.ssa Caterina Balletti is a faculty member at the Department of Project Cultures , Università IUAV di Venezia , holding the academic rank of Professor in the CEAR-04/A - Geomatics disciplinary sector. She leads multiple research initiatives including the MURATORI and VeLA - Venezia Libro Aperto projects, focusing on multi-scale geomatic approaches for historical center resilience. Her work integrates GIS and satellite surveying SLAM technology for urban mapping BIM-GIS integration for archaeological data climate risk assessment for infrastructure , with recent projects like SAR-CLIMARIS examining advanced MT-InSAR monitoring in climate-vulnerable contexts. She contributes to inclusive urban design through the IDEA | Inclusive Design and Environmental Accessibility aggregation, demonstrated in her H-City | Housing in the city collaborative research. Her teaching includes GIS and Satellite Survey of Coastal Environments (2025 Laurea Magistrale) and Urban and Territorial Planning modules.

Sarah MatejView profile

Researcher

• Global land use research
• Societal interventions in the global carbon cycle
• Land use and land cover change
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Sarah Matej is a Researcher at the Institute for Social Ecology , affiliated with the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) . Her work focuses on global land use systems, human-nature interactions, and environmental sustainability metrics. Research Interests : Human Appropriation of Net Primary Production (HANPP) Carbon cycle and land use change GIS and spatial modeling Urban-rural telecoupling Biodiversity footprint analysis Notable Contributions : Co-developed the Biospheremetrics R package for assessing biosphere integrity Published in Scientific Data , Global Ecology and Biogeography , and Journal of Cleaner Production Projects : EO AFRICA - Continental Demonstrator LUISA (2023-2025) LandCube: Global Land Use Data Cube (2022-2026) Biodiv Vienna: Urban Biodiversity Footprint (2018-2022)

Riccardo MorriView profile

Associate Professor

• Historical Geography
• Human Geography
• Cartography
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Riccardo Morri is an Associate Professor at the Department of Modern Literature and Culture , Sapienza University of Rome . With a PhD in Geography (1999) and a Master in Human Geography (1993), he specializes in Historical Geography , Cartographic Education , and Public Geography . His work bridges geographical theory with educational practices and heritage preservation. Education PhD in Geography, University of Cassino (1999) Master in Human Geography, Sapienza University (1993) Morri's research focuses on historical urban landscapes , geographical heritage , and interdisciplinary methodologies . He explores how cartography and geography intersect with literature, memory, and education, particularly through projects like the MAGISTER initiative for territorial enhancement using geospatial tools. His recent publications (2022-2025) emphasize: Democratizing geographical knowledge Digital humanities applications in heritage studies Cartographic language in early childhood education Urban memory landscapes Participatory approaches to geographical heritage These works often integrate GIScience with cultural analysis and educational innovation. Scientific Awards include national qualifications as Full and Associate Professor, CNR's 'Promozione Ricerca 2005', and multiple research scholarships from Sapienza University and the Italian Foreign Office. Morri has: Led the MAGISTER Project (€165,000) for geospatial territorial enhancement Coordinated the Geocartography Laboratory at Sapienza since 2014 Managed EU-funded educational initiatives on remote sensing He serves on editorial boards for journals like J-Reading and Geotema , and organizes annual geography conferences with hundreds of participants.

• Cybersecurity
• Information Security
• Critical Infrastructure Security
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Nils Kalstad serves as Associate Professor in Information Security at the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology (IIK) at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and has been Director of NTNU Community Safety since January 2024. Previously, he directed NTNU's Center for Cyber and Information Security (2017-2023) and led the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology (2017-2023). His academic career began at Gjøvik University College where he served as Doctoral Fellow (2003-2008), Head of the Center for Cyber and Information Security (2014-2015), and Dean of the Department of Informatics and Media Technology (2014-2015). Kalstad earned a civil engineering degree from NTNU's Department of Mathematical Sciences followed by a PhD in information security from the University of Oslo. His doctoral dissertation 'Interdependencies in Critical Infrastructures: A Qualitative Approach to Model Physical, Logical, and Geographical Interdependencies' established his research foundation. He has maintained continuous academic appointment at NTNU since August 2008. His research focuses on cybersecurity, critical infrastructure protection, and community safety, with particular emphasis on modeling interdependencies between physical, logical, and geographical aspects of critical systems. Kalstad's work bridges theoretical security models with practical applications in emergency preparedness, examining vulnerabilities in communication networks, developing anomaly detection frameworks for control systems, and analyzing security policies. His competence areas include emergency preparedness, civil security, cybersecurity, information security, communication technology, and community safety. Analysis of Kalstad's publication record reveals a consistent trajectory from technical security mechanisms toward broader societal security frameworks. His early work focused on critical infrastructure interdependencies and SCADA systems security, while more recent publications address national security strategies and energy security. The pattern shows increasing emphasis on human factors in cyber defense and comprehensive community safety approaches. His research maintains strong connections between theoretical modeling and practical implementation needs. Kalstad serves on multiple national security advisory bodies including the National Reference Group for Civil Security (Research Council) since July 2024, the National Cyber Security Center Reference Group since February 2020, and the Forum for National ICT Security since April 2018. His leadership extends to various boards including NORSAR (since May 2019), the Norwegian Center for Information Security (NorSIS) (2017-2024), and Skeikampen skiarena AS (since October 2014). He has also contributed to NTNU's internal governance through committee service on equality and diversity, honorary doctorates, and academic integration.

Inês Boavida PortugalView profile

Assistant Professor

• Geography
• Tourism
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
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Inês Boavida Portugal is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Geography and Territorial Planning (IGOT), University of Lisbon, specializing in geography and urban planning. Her work bridges Geographic Information Systems (GIS), agent-based modeling, and tourism research with a focus on participatory methods and biosensing technologies. Education: PhD in Geography (2016) from IGOT, University of Lisbon MSc in Territorial Management with specialization in Remote Sensing and GIS (2010) from NOVA University Lisbon BSc in Geography and Regional Planning (2007) from NOVA University Lisbon Her research explores urban tourism dynamics, pedestrian flow analysis, and affective geographies through innovative methods like mobile biosensing and social force modeling. Recent publications address digital twins, crisis communication during the pandemic, and the integration of GIS with behavioral analysis. Key trends in her work include: Smart tourism systems using geospatial data Crowd simulation for event safety Emotional mapping of public spaces Sustainable urban planning frameworks Agent-based modeling of destination decision-making She contributes to projects like UrBio, which uses participatory biosensing to identify affective geographies and memory sites. Her methodological focus spans GIS, spatial-temporal analysis, and multi-agent systems.

• Empathy
• Neuroscience
• Facial Expressions
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Augusta Gaspar is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Human Sciences of the Portuguese Catholic University , with a PhD in Facial Behavior from NOVA University Lisbon . Her research spans evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, and empathy, focusing on facial expressions, prosocial behavior, and nonverbal communication. Education: PhD, Facial Behavior in Pan and Homo (2001), NOVA University Lisbon Her work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in education and social well-being. Key projects include: ENGAGED (2025–2027): Political engagement in European youth NHNAI (2022–2025): Intersections of neurosciences and AI Colour and Emotion - Phase 2 (2021–2025): Color-emotion associations Her research interests include empathy development across lifespan, virtual reality interventions for mental health, and ethical dilemmas in animal research. She has presented at conferences like the Swiss Psychological Society (2022) and contributed to edited books on human symbolic evolution. She is a member of the National Forum of Psychology (Order of Portuguese Psychologists, 2020–present) and collaborates internationally on topics like environmental psychology and AI ethics. Her scientific production includes 63 publications, with an h-index of 193 (Scopus).

Uhryn Dmytro IlyichView profile

Associate Professor

• Information technologies for decision support
• Swarm intelligence systems
• Industry-specific geographic information systems
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Dr. Dmytro Uhryn is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Yuriy Fedkovych Chernivtsi National University. With a Doctor of Technical Sciences degree (2021) and specialization in Computer Science (12DC No. 029057, 2011), he actively contributes to research in swarm intelligence and geographic information systems . As a member of the Bukovina Information Technology Cluster since 2019, he focuses on intelligent forecasting systems , medical image analysis , and financial data modeling . Education: Applied Mathematics (2003, Chernivtsi National University) and Organizational Management (National Technical University "Kharkiv Polytechnic Institute") Research Interests: Information technologies for decision support, swarm intelligence systems, industry-specific GIS, medical image processing, and financial market algorithms. Recent publications (2023-2024) demonstrate expertise in swarm intelligence applications for migration forecasting, medical diagnostics using laser autofluorescence, and financial systems modeling. His 2021 dissertation established foundational methods for swarm intelligence in GIS . Professional development includes certifications in educational programming (Sigma Software University), NATO modeling , and international teaching methodologies (Lyublin Institute, 2023). He collaborates with researchers across Ukraine and Poland on biomedical optics, financial IT, and tourism technology projects.

• Climate Change Adaptation
• Coastal Communities
• Environmental Policy
• +7 more

Alex Arnall is a researcher at the University of Reading, specializing in climate change adaptation, human-environment interactions, and coastal community resilience. His work bridges environmental geography, policy analysis, and development studies, focusing on Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and the Indian Ocean islands. Key Research Areas: Climate change, disaster resettlement, sediment dynamics, rural livelihoods, Anthropocene landscapes, and environmental justice. Recent Publications (2025-2021): Explored managed retreat in coastal zones, small-scale mining's role in rural economies, and climate displacement narratives. Interdisciplinary Networks: Collaborated on food systems literacy and adaptive social protection programs, emphasizing cross-sectoral learning. Arnall's work integrates spatial-temporal analysis, community agency, and policy critique, often published in journals like Climate Policy , Geoforum , and Global Environmental Change . His studies highlight the social dimensions of climate adaptation and the politics of environmental governance.

• Assistive Technologies
• Chemistry Education
• 3D Printing
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Dr. Terence Cavanaugh is a full professor of Instructional Technology at the University of North Florida’s College of Education and Human Services, specializing in curriculum design, instructional technology, and assistive technology. As a Fulbright Specialist, he brings global experience from teaching in diverse regions including China, Korea, Bahrain, Kuwait, Tuvalu, and the Caribbean, alongside a robust publication record in educational technology and open-source resources. Education: Science Education (with certifications in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth Science, General Science, and Middle Grades) Instructional Technology State-certified media specialist Research Interests: Assistive Technologies for disabilities and Deaf/Hard of Hearing learners 3D Printing applications in STEM education and tactile learning Digital Learning strategies across K-12 and higher education Open Educational Resources (OER) and textbook innovation Scientific Contributions: 15+ publications on technology integration, including books on OER and science education Key focus areas: computational thinking, infographic resumes, and performance-based funding Scientific Awards: Fulbright Specialist for global educational collaboration